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Renault Group and Phoenix Mobility launch electric retrofit of commercial vehicles; Renault Master kit first

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Renault Group and Phoenix Mobility , a Grenoble-based company specializing in the conversion of commercial vehicles to electric power, have signed a letter of intent to form a strategic partnership for the development and commercial operation of a retrofit kit, the first of its kind in the French LCV market.

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Volvo Penta unveils dual-fuel hydrogen engine, cube battery

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The technology is relatively simple and can be installed with minimal disruption, so we see this as being a cost-effective and robust solution for customers in a variety of applications—including construction and mining—who are looking to transition to net-zero emissions.

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Does EV home-backup capability outmode the Tesla Powerwall?

Baua Electric

GM once again noted with the announcement that it plans to expand V2H bidirectional charging technology across all its Ultium-based EVs by model year 2026. It’s good for charging at 19.2 Ford’s installation of the home system relies on solar provider SunRun. GM Energy app The automaker has a bigger vision for the product.

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Honda Fit EV leases now include Leviton Level 2 charging station

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As of 1 June 2013, all Honda Fit EV leases are including the Leviton 32 amp, 240 volt (Level 2) electric vehicle charging station. Using the Leviton station, Honda customers can charge their Fit EV in three hours, said Steve Center, Vice President of Environmental Business Development at American Honda Motor Co.,

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25 Must-Have Accessories for Electric Vehicles

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Whether you’re a new EV owner or a seasoned enthusiast, these 25 accessories will help you optimize your EV’s functionality, convenience, and style. Level 2 Home Charging Station A Level 2 home charging station is a significant investment for EV owners. Thus In 8 hours or fewer, the average EV can be fully charged.

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VW introduces new, more efficient TSI engine generation; Miller cycle with higher compression and electric VTG turbo

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The cylinder head has been extensively re-engineered. Optimization of the charge motion in the interests of rapid flame propagation to reduce knock tendencies at high specific loads. Increase in charge density through efficient exhaust gas turbocharging. The indirect charge-air cooling has also been modified.

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Busy Day - Time to get your WooGah On

Porsche 914 EV Conversion

Note: The AC kit instructions don't say what to install the charger tray with. Here's the mounting board on my kitchen table (er, workbench) with the washers and nuts installed on the back to hold the charger tray on. Here's the other half of the rear battery box installed. Here is the whole setup installed.